

Make Trades Great Again
Eric Aune, Andy Mickelson
Whether you're a seasoned professional, a newcomer, or simply interested in the trades, the "Make Trades Great Again" podcast offers something for everyone. Our goal is to promote the value of skilled trades, provide essential resources, and build a strong community of passionate individuals.Industry Insights - Educational Content - Community Stories - Technology in TradesTune in now and be part of the movement to make trades great again!
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Mar 21, 2023 • 20min
#205 Bonus A heap of smarts, online learning
IG’s Thatsteamfitterguy writes in to ask where do you find industry training. We share a few of our favorite places to get online and in person training. Send us a textSend us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels!Eric Aune @mechanicalhub Andy Mickelson @mick_plumbNewsletter sign up: https://bit.ly/MH_email

Mar 16, 2023 • 35min
#204 Phone A Friend: Live from AHR Expo
Navien’s Dave Hoskyn talks tech support and how to succeed in the field. Manufacturers spend time and money to offer tech support for us in the field. Some do it better than others without a doubt. Our guest has been on the other end of the phone and in front of the training classroom for many years and has some advice for us all on how to be successful when we need a lifeline. Send us a textSend us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels!Eric Aune @mechanicalhub Andy Mickelson @mick_plumbNewsletter sign up: https://bit.ly/MH_email

Mar 14, 2023 • 15min
#203 Everything In It's Right Place
Eric and Andy talk about organization woes when it comes to being on the run and taking customer information and project details. How do you keep track of the details. Send us a textSend us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels!Eric Aune @mechanicalhub Andy Mickelson @mick_plumbNewsletter sign up: https://bit.ly/MH_email

Mar 9, 2023 • 35min
#202 Living the Remodel
Andy recounts a recent project where a simple detail has caused stress in the project and with the homeowner. Send us a textSend us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels!Eric Aune @mechanicalhub Andy Mickelson @mick_plumbNewsletter sign up: https://bit.ly/MH_email

Mar 7, 2023 • 13min
#201 Bonus: Guilty Pleasures
The guys have a bs session and we learn something about Eric that apparently he's embarrassed about. Send us a textSend us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels!Eric Aune @mechanicalhub Andy Mickelson @mick_plumbNewsletter sign up: https://bit.ly/MH_email

Mar 2, 2023 • 21min
#200 Changing Trades
Ever thought about switching jobs? How about completely changing the industry or trade altogether? This week the guys take some messages from listeners asking advice about switching careers. Send us a textSend us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels!Eric Aune @mechanicalhub Andy Mickelson @mick_plumbNewsletter sign up: https://bit.ly/MH_email

Feb 28, 2023 • 12min
#199 Bonus! Taking the late call
Sorry folks we had some technical difficulties, so we’re going to take a look back today at an episode from days past! Hope you enjoy it again!Send us a textSend us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels!Eric Aune @mechanicalhub Andy Mickelson @mick_plumbNewsletter sign up: https://bit.ly/MH_email

Feb 23, 2023 • 30min
#198 RIDGID at AHR Expo w/ Michael Provenzano & Jim Vild
Live from AHR with guestsMichael Provenzano, Director of Pressing, RIDGIDJim Vild, Atlanta Territory Manager, RIDGIDThe guys talk about Ridgid tools and the company who makes some of the finest piping tools in the industry. Send us a textSend us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels!Eric Aune @mechanicalhub Andy Mickelson @mick_plumbNewsletter sign up: https://bit.ly/MH_email

Feb 21, 2023 • 17min
#197 Bonus: Its Spring Cleaning Time!
If you're like us then there are boxes of junk piled up from the long winter. Its time to tackle the cleanup effort and take inventory of those extra tools and materials if you want to increase efficiency! Send us a textSend us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels!Eric Aune @mechanicalhub Andy Mickelson @mick_plumbNewsletter sign up: https://bit.ly/MH_email

Feb 17, 2023 • 58min
#196 Travis Brungardt - Catalyst Built
The guys invited home builder, building science nerd, licensed electrician and mechanical contractor Travis Brungardt of Catalyst Construction. Whew! What a resumé and what an awesome conversation! Travis and the guys talk about the builder & subcontractor relationship, interviewing to join the next build project and more. You can find Travis over on IG: @catalystbuilt and as a regular contributor on buildshownetwork.com Send us a textSend us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels!Eric Aune @mechanicalhub Andy Mickelson @mick_plumbNewsletter sign up: https://bit.ly/MH_email